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gumbysuz · 07-21-2011, 07:59 PM

I'm not clear about your intention. Do you want him in the crate so you can close the door for a time? If you just want him safe (away from Dad's chair) why not direct him to a special bed (like a cloud nine!)??

I think you are doing the right thing by not forcing it, letting him explore and giving special treats. Dori only gets a kong when I am leaving for errands. Then, I say, "go to your bed." and leave her with the treat. She also has a choice of 4 beds and a mat :-)

07-21-2011, 07:59 PM	#7
gumbysuz Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: WA state Posts: 250	I'm not clear about your intention. Do you want him in the crate so you can close the door for a time? If you just want him safe (away from Dad's chair) why not direct him to a special bed (like a cloud nine!)?? I think you are doing the right thing by not forcing it, letting him explore and giving special treats. Dori only gets a kong when I am leaving for errands. Then, I say, "go to your bed." and leave her with the treat. She also has a choice of 4 beds and a mat :-) __________________ Suzi & Dori Vicki, Meggie, Snookie, Peach